Mekong Pandaw

Ship Overview

Operated by: Pandaw

Built in Yangon (Myanmar) in 2003, Mekong Pandaw was designed and purpose-built for cruising on the mighty Mekong River.

During a major refurbishment in 2012, Mekong Pandaw was completely refitted, with all cabins on the lower deck removed, and replaced by extra guest services including a professional spa, gym, library lounge and office. Now, accommodating just 48 guests in 24 rooms, Mekong Pandaw is quite justifiably one of the most splendid ships on the Mekong and the envy of anything that floats by. Facilities on board include a spacious 750 square metre sundeck, complete with multiple furnishing options and even a billiard table. The library and lounge areas offer a quiet place to relax and take in the views as the ship winds its way through Vietnam and Cambodia, whilst the stylish dining room hosts buffet breakfasts and lunches, along with table service dinners.

Onboard space is the hallmark of the Mekong Pandaw however, with wider promenades, a larger dining room and more spacious public areas per passenger than any other ship currently operating the Mekong River.

Upper Deck

SIZE:16m2 / 170sqftSLEEPS:2

The 18 Upper Deck rooms feature panoramic French window, leading to personal deck space and outdoor seating. Beds may be configured as a queen, or two singles and imported, quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows are offered. Each room is fully air-conditioned, with electronic safe and international power outlets. The bathrooms have recently been updated, with natural stone shower and quality fittings throughout. Spa-branded toiletries are replenished daily.

Main Deck

SIZE:16m2 / 170sqftSLEEPS:2

The six Main Deck rooms are located adjacent to the dining room and feature panoramic French window, leading to personal deck space and outdoor seating. Beds may be configured as a queen, or two singles and imported, quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows are offered. Each room is fully air-conditioned, with electronic safe and international power outlets. The bathrooms have recently been updated, with natural stone shower and quality fittings throughout. Spa-branded toiletries are replenished daily.

Mekong Pandaw's dining room is designed to open up along the sides to allow cooling breezes to waft through. Only at night is the dining room closed up and the air-conditioning turned on.

Mekong Pandaw pride themselves on offering a great choice of local cuisine and exotic foods. Supplies and ingredients are sourced locally where possible, always in accordance with strictly-monitored environmental health standards.

Breakfast is a buffet, while lunch features a buffet, plus soup, salad and a dessert table, with the main course served at the table. Dinner is by waiter-service at the table.

Guests who prefer not to be served hot or spicy foods are offered delicious European-style alternatives and vegetarians are especially well catered for. Other special diets may be accommodated, by prior arrangement. The chefs know that most passengers want to sample versions of the best, most characteristic dishes of each country they pass through.

Mekong Pandaw is fully equipped to explore the mighty Mekong. Guests will enjoy the stunning views from the 750 square metre sundeck, which contains generous seating areas and even a billiard table. Other onboard amenities include:

Guest reception desk

Largest public space to passenger ratio of any cruise ship operating on the Mekong River

What other cruisers say

"The cruise was excellent and everyone on the ship did a great job. I'm very pleased with everything, from the food to the zodiac cruises. We all had an amazing experience and brought home memories that will last for the rest of our lives."

What we say

"Coral Expeditions were one of the pioneers of Kimberley cruising and for over 33 years has been the face of expedition cruising in the South Pacific. Following a complete refurbishment during 2016, Coral Discoverer enhances its reputation for outstanding expedition cruising."

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